The Photos of Nexus Prayer

When I first began my intensive study of Psalm 46:10 in the summer of 2015, and before Nexus Prayer even had a name, I asked God to help me find inspired photographers, artisans, graphic designers, and artists who appreciated the vision of Nexus Prayer, and with whom I could collaborate. God continues to answer that prayer today with some very talented creatives whose work you will discover throughout this site, but none more dedicated and gifted than photographer, Erin Theisen.

Erin’s love of God, family, nature, and photography made her a natural choice for providing the vast majority of beautiful, inspired photos that accompany my blog posts and pages of this site. In fact, it is one of her photos (my personal favorite) that adorns the Nexus Prayer business card. But, Erin tells her own story best …

“Hello! My name is Erin Theisen, and I’m from Nebraska. I’m a stay-at-home mom of three young boys that keep me very busy each and every day. A normal week for us involves spending a lot of time outdoors or on the family farm, church activities, grocery trips, household chores, driving to school, and… photography!

I love taking pictures of my children just being themselves. I also enjoy taking scenic landscape photos. And my kids love an adventure, so if we can walk through the pasture and take photos or go on a drive down an unfamiliar road, it’s fun for everyone. My husband is a farmer alongside my grandpa, uncle, dad, and brother, so I have found that I really enjoy photographing them all at work.

Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God”, is such a calming verse to me. We lead very busy lives (as I’m sure you all do!) and I know as my children grow it will only get busier.

“This verse is a reminder that in the midst of it all
we can stop and take time to build a relationship with God.”

This verse also reminds me to slow down and take in the “small” moments. Running from here to there can be fun for awhile, but it’s exhausting. By making a point to “be still” we add so much value and meaning to our lives. To take time and recognize that God is in control can help us prioritize and determine what really matters, and takes so much stress off of our shoulders. With the help of Nexus Prayer and this ministry, I am eager to add more “Be Still, and Know that I am God” time to my day.” – Erin Theisen

EDITOR’S NOTE: If you enjoy Erin’s photography as much as I do, I encourage you to visit her Etsy store, HeadNTheCloudsImages where you can purchase her photographs, note cards, home decór, and more. Of course, you can also purchase her note cards created exclusively for Nexus Prayer here in our very own gift shop. – aaw

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PSALM 46

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. |Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; |Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah. | There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High. |God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early. |The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted. |The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah. |Come, behold the works of the Lord, what desolations he hath made in the earth. |He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire. |Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. | The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah. “

Nexus Prayer International

Based in Houston, TX and founded by Allen White in 2015, Nexus Prayer International serves as a Christian contemplative prayer ministry, advocate for “the least of these”, proponent of Franciscan spirituality, and home of the Hermitage Library of Saint Francis.

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About Nexus Prayer

Deeply rooted in Psalm 46:10, nexus prayer is the biblically-based, contemplative prayer that increases the awareness of God’s presence in our lives, while also helping us to better hear His “still, small voice” in a busy and noisy world.

Through the stilling of our soul, the quieting of our mind, the letting go of our problems, and the total surrendering of our will to God, nexus prayer leads us to “the peace of God that passes all understanding.”